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England / South East / Ashford

About

Ashford is a district in Kent, South East England, known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes. The town of Ashford serves as a key transport hub, with high-speed rail links to London and Europe via the Channel Tunnel. The area includes historic villages, farmland, and parts of the North Downs, offering a blend of modern convenience and traditional countryside.

The district features a range of residential and commercial developments, alongside green spaces like the Ashford Green Corridor. Local attractions include the Designer Outlet shopping centre and the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ashford’s economy is supported by logistics, retail, and agriculture, reflecting its strategic location in the region.

Area overview

On average Ashford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ashford is £48,518 per year. There are 62 schools in Ashford: 44 primary (3 Outstanding and 36 Good) and 8 secondary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ashford Population
132,747
Population density
228.6 per km²

Demographics

British
109,673
82.62%
Other White
5,682
4.28%
Other Asian
4,630
3.49%
African
2,504
1.89%
Indian
1,720
1.3%
Total population: 132,747

Housing

Owns outright
18,032
33.65%
Owns with a mortgage
17,565
32.78%
Private landlord or letting agency
8,236
15.37%
Social rents from council
4,750
8.86%
Other social rented
2,751
5.13%
Total households: 53,583

Property prices in Ashford

Based on 1,634 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Ashford area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,500 up to £3,962,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached542£495,000
Flats167£182,500
Semi-Detached496£330,000
Terraced429£280,000

10 years price trend in Ashford

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.